On the Mendip Hills Around Wells

Sedgemoor Group

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Overview

A circular walk from Wells up into the hills . A hilly walk with good views.

Sunday, 6 July 2025

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Sedgemoor Grade: Moderate B

Assistance Dogs Only

Features

Toilets available

Starting point

Grid reference:: ST 55041 45766
Nearest postcode:: BA5 2RB
what3words:: rebel.youth.beamed

Start time:: 10:30 am

Wells, Market Place (Under trees in the centre of the square) Use city centre car parks.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
exclusive discounts from our partners
knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Join now for just £3.58 per month